2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1961 DAF 600
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DAF 600 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1961 DAF 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1961 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DAF |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 28 L |
